News Tipoffs - Michigan Editors
AG Nessel Issues New Consumer Alert on Illegal Gaming Machines
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 5 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Issues New Consumer Alert on Illegal Gaming Machines
LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is issuing a new consumer alert on illegal gaming machines to inform gamblers about the growing number of illegal casino-style gaming machines in Michigan. These devices, often called "skill games," can harm consumers, businesses, and the Michigan economy.
"The gaming industr
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AG Nessel Strengthens Fight Against Auto Crime with Expanded Task Force
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 5 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Strengthens Fight Against Auto Crime with Expanded Task Force
LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has officially expanded the Department's Auto Insurance Fraud Unit, transforming it into the Auto Fraud Task Force (AFTF) to reflect its broadened mission to combat both auto insurance fraud and large-scale criminal auto theft operations.
Vehicle theft in Michigan ha
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Ariz. A.G. Mayes Launches Webpage for Reports of Continued Federal Funding Issues
PHOENIX, Arizona, Feb. 6 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on Feb. 5, 2025:
Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced a new webpage (https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-launches-webpage-reports-continued-federal-funding-issues) her office is launching to collect reports of continued federal funding issues.
"We have reason to believe Arizonans continue to suffer the consequences of Trump's chaotic federal funding freeze attempt, de
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Blind Birding Enthusiast to Share Inspiring Story Feb. 20 at MDC's Springfield Nature Center
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Feb. 6 -- The Missouri Department of Conservation issued the following news:
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Blind birding enthusiast to share inspiring story Feb. 20 at MDC's Springfield Nature Center
News from the region: Southwest
By Francis Skalicky 02/05/2025
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. - A lack of sight has not prevented Donna Posont from developing a deep understanding of the outdoors world.
Posont will share her inspiring personal story and will also discuss her efforts to connect visually im
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Contracts for Feb. 4, 2025
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Contracts for Feb. 4, 2025
ARMY
Oshkosh Defense LLC, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, was awarded a $133,017,600 firm-fixed-price contract for M1093 Low Velocity Air Drop vehicles and M1081 vehicles. Bids were solicited via the internet with three received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of Sept. 30, 2027. Army Contracting Command, Detroit Arsenal, Michi
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Contracts for Feb. 5, 2025
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Contracts for Feb. 5, 2025
NAVY
Contrack Watts Inc., McLean, Virginia (N44255-21-D-5003); Manson Construction Co., Seattle, Washington (N44255-21-D-5004); Nova Group Inc., Napa, California (N44255-21-D-5005); R.E. Staite Engineering Inc., San Diego, California (N44255-21-D-5006); The Dutra Group, San Rafael, California (N44255-21-D-5007); Triton Marine Construction Group, Bremerton, Washington (N44255-21-D
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Governor Wes Moore Delivers 2025 State of the State Address
ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Feb. 5 -- Gov. Wes Moore, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Governor Wes Moore Delivers 2025 State of the State Address
ANNAPOLIS, MD -- Governor Wes Moore today delivered his third State of the State address. Before a joint session of the Maryland General Assembly, the governor spoke about investing in industries of the future, reforming the tax code, and investing in Marylanders by meeting crisis with courage in the face of one of the most challenging
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Ind. Utility Regulatory Commission Issues Weekly Hearing Schedule for Feb. 10-14, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Feb. 6 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following weekly hearing schedule:
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Monday, February 10, 2025
CAUSE NO.: 46162; ALJ: LOYD; TIME: 9:00 A.M.; COMMISSIONER: ZIEGNER; ROOM: PNC, Room 222
APPEAL BY BRIAN DAVIS OF THE CONSUMER AFFAIRS DIVISION'S DECISION CONCERNING THE PROVISION OF WATER UTILITY SERVICES BY INDIANA AMERICAN WATER.
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Monday, February 10, 2025
CAUSE NO.: 38703-FAC146; ALJ: LOYD; TIME: 11:00 A.M.; ROOM: PNC, Ro
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Nev. A.G. Ford Joins Coalition of 20 Attorneys General In Urging Senate to Demand Answers on Retaliation Efforts From FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Feb. 6 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2025:
Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford, along with a coalition of 19 other attorneys general, sent a letter to Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley, urging the Senate to require Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee for FBI Director, to return for further questioning before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The request follows alarming reports of politically motivated firings
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R.I. A.G. Neronha Joins Coalition of 20 Attorneys General to Urge Senate to Demand Answers From FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel on Retaliation Efforts
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Feb. 6 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2025:
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in sending a letter to Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley urging the Senate to require Kash Patel, President Trump's nominee for FBI Director, to return for further questioning before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The request follows alarming reports of politically motivate
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